How to Upgrade Your Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer: Accessories and Tips

In today’s post, we’re diving into everything you need to know about upgrading your Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer. While your pressure washer comes with the essential accessories to complete most cleaning tasks, there are some key upgrades that can help you maximize the performance of your unit.

Included Accessories with the Active 2.0

Your Active 2.0 comes with the following components:

Pressure Washer Hose
Pressure Washer Gun and Wand
Foam Dispenser
Spray Nozzles
Cleaning Needle

In addition to these accessories, the only other requirement is a garden hose to provide water to the pressure washer.

Upgrading Your Accessories

While the basic components work great for most tasks, upgrading certain parts can make your cleaning experience even better. Below, we’ll go over the most important accessory upgrades and how to ensure compatibility with your Active 2.0.

1. Upgrading the Pressure Washer Hose

Your Active 2.0 comes with a M22-14mm steel braided rubber hose, which is durable and reliable. When upgrading your hose, ensure the following:

The hose is made of steel braided rubber.
The hose is no longer than 100 feet.
The connections are M22-14mm.
Any quick connects used must also be M22-14mm compatible.
Ensure the hose is leak-free and that all O-rings are intact.
The pressure and flow rating must match the output of your pressure washer.

2. Upgrading the Garden Hose

The garden hose used with your pressure washer is also upgradable. Here's what to check for:

The hose should be no longer than 100 feet.
Ensure it has standard GHA (3/4-inch 11.5 TPI) connections for North America.
Check that any quick connects used are also GHA compatible.
Ensure the hose is leak-free and O-rings are intact.

3. Upgrading the Gun and Wand

Your Active 2.0 includes a full metal pressure washer gun with M22-14mm connections and a lance with a 1/4-inch QC outlet. When upgrading your gun and wand, check the following:

Ensure your gun and lance are compatible with your hose.
If the connections are threaded, ensure both the hose and lance are also threaded.
If using quick connects, make sure they match across the gun, hose, and lance.
Ensure the pressure and flow rating are suitable for your pressure washer.
Always verify that O-rings are intact and the setup is leak-free.

4. Upgrading the Spray Nozzles

The Active 2.0 comes with four nozzles (0°, 15°, 25°, 40°), each with a 3.7 orifice size. Here's what to consider when upgrading your nozzles:

Orifice size: The orifice size is crucial. A size too small can increase the current draw and damage your pressure washer’s motor.
The recommended orifice size range for the Active 2.0 is 3.5 to 5.0.
Always ensure the spray path is clear by using the provided cleaning needle to remove any debris.

5. Upgrading the Foam Cannon

The basic foam dispenser provided with the Active 2.0 is often upgraded for better foam application. When upgrading your foam cannon, consider the following:

Ensure the orifice size is 1.25mm or larger. A smaller orifice can cause excessive current draw, which may damage the motor.
Always keep the foam cannon filter clean for optimal performance.

What Not to Do

When upgrading your pressure washer accessories, avoid these common mistakes:

Do not shorten the power cord.
Do not modify the inlet or outlet to a direct quick connect.
Avoid using unauthorized aftermarket parts for critical components like the power switch, GFCI receptacle, or TSS switch.

Conclusion

Upgrading the accessories for your Active 2.0 Pressure Washer can greatly improve your experience, but always ensure that the parts you choose are compatible to avoid damage. If you have any questions about specific upgrades or need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@activeproducts.com.

Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you in the next support guide!